Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a new presidential decree on the morning of the 22nd, unilaterally approving the independence of the two eastern states of Ukraine, which are virtually controlled by pro-Russian factions. We have issued overseas safety information.
In these areas, the number of attacks from pro-Russian militants has increased sharply since last weekend, and this one-sided decision by the Russian side has eliminated the possibility of further fierce fighting and expansion of the fighting area. I can't.
And we are repeatedly calling on the Japanese who are staying to evacuate immediately and in a safe way.
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, there are about 120 Japanese people staying in Ukraine as of last weekend.